October 22, 2014 - Memphis Grizzlies general manager Chris Wallace watches the Grizzlies play the preseason game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at FedExForum. (Nikki Boertman/The Commercial Appeal) (Photo: Nikki Boertman)

The Grizzlies have fired head coach Dave Joerger with one guaranteed season remaining on his contract.

Joerger will not return for the 2016-17 NBA season. The Griz held an option on Joerger for the 2017-18 season.

Frank Vogel, recently let go as Indiana Pacers coach, will reportedly be pursued by the Grizzlies.

“After careful consideration, I concluded that a change was needed to foster the strong culture required to achieve sustainable, long-term success for this organization, the city and our fans,” Griz general manager Chris Wallace said in a statement. “On behalf of the Grizzlies organization I would like to thank Dave for his work and time in Memphis. We wish Dave and his family all the best and success as he moves forward in his career.”

An NBA source said Joerger's firing had nothing to do with his coaching. The organization came to the decision after determining that Joerger wasn’t fully committed to the franchise, the source said. Joerger recently sought to interview for the Sacramento Kings' opening just two years removed from being allowed to talk with the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Joerger's agent, Warren LeGarie, said his client was shocked by the dismissal. Joerger couldn't be immediately reached by phone.

Joerger started with the Grizzlies as an assistant coach with the Grizzlies prior to the 2007-08 season, eventually replacing Lionel Hollins as head coach on June 27, 2013. Joerger owns an overall career head coaching record of 147-99 (.598), including three NBA Playoff appearances with the Grizzlies.

In 22 career playoff games, he holds an overall record of 9-13 (.409).